2008 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
