2006 BMW 645 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 645 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
