2001 Mini One vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Mini One. 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | One | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
