2010 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C8 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
