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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 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. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 144 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 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 207 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
