2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
