1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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 Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 406 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
