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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2596 mm |
