2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (401 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
