2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
