2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 227 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
