2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Mini Cooper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mini Cooper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
