2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |