2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Cooper | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
