2005 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 740 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
