2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
