2005 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 2006 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
