2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Drifter | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1295 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |