Mini Clubman (2008) vs. Volkswagen Routan (2009) Specs

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2008 Mini Clubman and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications

Model Year	2008	2009
Model	Mini Clubman	Volkswagen Routan
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600	4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	121.2 in	-20.9 in
Length	155.0 in	202.5 in	-47.5 in
Width	66.3 in	76.9 in	-10.6 in
Height	56.1 in	68.9 in	-12.8 in
Curb Weight	2889 lb.	4621 lb.	-1732 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	20.5 gal.	-7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	39.8 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	63.0 in	-12.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	40.6 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.2 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	64.7 in	-18.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	36.3 in	-4 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.9 in	-37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	62.0 in	-62 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.8 in	-31.8 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	108.7 in (over 3 rows)	-35 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	32.3 ft³	-23.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	9.2	83.0 ft³	-73.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	141.0 ft³	-108.2 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mini Clubman.

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review

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