2003 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
