2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 193 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mondeo | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
