2010 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X3 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | X3 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |