2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | Partner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
