2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C2 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
