2008 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Tata | Mini |
| Model | Nano | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
