1994 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A6 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2596 mm |