2009 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | S8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
