2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C8 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
