2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 640 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Explorer | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3957 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2548 mm |