2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-7X would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2005 Saab 9-7X 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. 2005 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
