2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
