2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2012 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mini | BMW |
Model | Cooper Clubman | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |