2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2007 Toyota Matrix
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 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 120 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Matrix.
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2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2007 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper Clubman | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |