2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 703 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.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
