2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | A | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
