2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 A4 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
