2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
