2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
