2006 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 198 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 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-8 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |