2003 Mini One vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | One | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
