2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 2 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. Both 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman and 2012 Hyundai Veloster are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
