2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 430 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
