2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
