2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Passat | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
