1994 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
