2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |