2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
