2005 Citroen C vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
