2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 638 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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2006 SsangYong Kyron | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | SsangYong | Mini |
Model | Kyron | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |