2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 300 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C5 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
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 | 172 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |