2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mini | Citroen |
Model | Cooper | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 204 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |