2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Xsara | One |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
