2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |