2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 295 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
