2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (106 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
