2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A8 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |