2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 3008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 3008 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2010 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4107 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2613 mm |
