2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Smart | Mini |
| Model | Roadster | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
