2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 207 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
