2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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 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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |