2005 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 7 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. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.

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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
Make Audi Mini
Model A3 Cooper Roadster
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Hatchback 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 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3734 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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