2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | ML | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |