2011 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 596 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mini | Maserati |
Model | Cooper Clubman | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |