2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2006 Renault Clio
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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 195 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 2006 Renault Clio 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 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio 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 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
