1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Saxo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
