2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 806 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
