2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | S4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
