2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Golf | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |