2003 Mini One vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | One | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
