2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Mini One.
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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | One |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
