2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Mini | Peugeot |
Model | Cooper Countryman | 3008 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2613 mm |