2005 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 111 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, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | RSX | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
