2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
