2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | RS4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
