1999 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
