1996 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 155 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | XM | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |