2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mini |
| Model | Navigator | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 50 L |
