2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
