2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C5 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 47 L |
