2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A3 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
