2006 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Meriva | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
