2002 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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 A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A8 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2466 mm |
