2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
