2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 407 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
