2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |