2004 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2004 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A2 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
