2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Xsara | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |