2008 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 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 54 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
