2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 106. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 106 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
