2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
Make Toyota Mini
Model Land Cruiser Cooper Clubman
Year Released 2007 2012
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 181 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed 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


 

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