2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Xsara | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |