2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 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 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
