2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 407 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
