2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
