2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 889 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Multivan | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
