2001 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
