1991 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | XM | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |