2009 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Caddy | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
