2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 345 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | Cooper | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
