2012 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | GTI |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
