2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
