2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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 Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A3 | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |