2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 8 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 407 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
