2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |