2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 671 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Element | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |