2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |