2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
