2004 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Mini One. 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | One |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
