2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
