2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Antara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
