2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
