2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Xsara | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |