2002 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
