2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.

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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mini Cooper Clubman 2004 Volkswagen Golf
Make Mini Volkswagen
Model Cooper Clubman Golf
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.2 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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