1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | S6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
