2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
