2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C5 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |