2007 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 3 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |