2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
