2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper 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 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 407 | Cooper |
| 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
