2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 457 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Spark | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
