2005 Mini One vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini One would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Mini One. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini One has manual transmission. 2005 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | One | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
