2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
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 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 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 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
