2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C2 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
