2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 137 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mini | Peugeot |
Model | Cooper | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |