2010 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307.
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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 307 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
