2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C3 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1408 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3957 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |