2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 544 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Compass | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
