2003 Audi TT vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 85 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | TT | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
