2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |