2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
