2003 Mini One vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | One | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
