2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 70 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 (260 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
