2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
