Citroen C4 Cactus 2014 vs Mini Countryman 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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Citroen C4 Cactus is more dynamic to drive. Citroen C4 Cactus engine produces 12 HP less power than Mini Countryman, but torque is 45 NM more than Mini Countryman. Despite less power, Citroen C4 Cactus reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 47 litres | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 590 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 149 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mini Countryman can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mini Countryman version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Mini Countryman 2010 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C4 Cactus engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Opel Combo, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4 | Used also on Mini Cooper | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 Cactus might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mini Countryman engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.16 m | 4.10 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.56 m | |
| Citroen C4 Cactus is 6 cm longer than the Mini Countryman, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen C4 Cactus is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 358 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1170 litres | 1170 litres | |
| Citroen C4 Cactus has 8 litres more trunk space than the Mini Countryman. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen C4 Cactus is 0.7 metres less than that of the Mini Countryman, which means Citroen C4 Cactus can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`555 | 1`735 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mini Countryman is better rated in child safety tests. The Mini Countryman scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Mini Countryman has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Citroen C4 Cactus, so Mini Countryman quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 8200 | 8800 | |
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