2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Xsara | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
