2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Equator |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
