2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 406 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Nitro | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
