2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 292 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 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 Mini Cooper | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mini | Citroen |
| Model | Cooper | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
