2010 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2010 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C6 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2466 mm |
