2006 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 613 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 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR. 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mini |
| Model | XKR | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
