2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Mini | Citroen |
Model | Cooper | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |