2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A5 | One |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
