1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Xantia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
