2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 532 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper Clubman | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |