2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 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 | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
