2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |