2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 219 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 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 406 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 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
