2004 Audi S3 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S3 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | S3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
