2008 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | R8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
