2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
