2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 6 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |