2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Mini Cooper
Make Audi Mini
Model A6 Cooper
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Horse Power 253 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 250 km/hour 218 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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