2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 110 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Countryman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
