2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2003 Mazda Washu has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Washu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Washu | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
