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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 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 387 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |