2005 Peugeot 607 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 607 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 607 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
