2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (89 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Picasso | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
