2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Corolla | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
