2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Cooper | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
