2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 243 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
