2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
