2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
