2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | C | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
