2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Sharan | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
