2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | Cooper Clubman | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |