2008 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
