2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 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 @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
