2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 6 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |