2007 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
