2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
