1996 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |