2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Peugeot 206

To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mini Cooper 2007 Peugeot 206
Make Mini Peugeot
Model Cooper 206
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 47 L


 

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