1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Xantia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |