2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | Cooper | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
