2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman

To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 6 (240 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mazda 6 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
Make Mazda Mini
Model 6 Cooper Clubman
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 154 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1235 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2550 mm


 

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