2006 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Acura | Mini |
Model | MDX | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |