2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
