2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
