2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
