2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman

To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.

Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Explorer 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
Make Ford Mini
Model Explorer Cooper Clubman
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 972 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 50 L


 

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