2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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. Both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 37 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 (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 3 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |