2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
