2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Fiesta | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |