2002 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. Both 2002 Audi A2 and 2004 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. 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, 2002 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A2 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
