2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
