2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Mountaineer | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |