1999 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 149 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
