2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 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 Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 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 | 1265 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |