2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1535 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cooper Clubman | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |