2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |