2004 Audi A4 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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |