2011 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 469 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mini | GMC |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
