2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
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 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 121 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
