2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2007 Mini Cooper and 2007 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 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 Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (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 Xsara. 2007 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | Cooper | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
