2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Hyundai | Mini |
Model | Santa Fe | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |