2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2613 mm |
