2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |