2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mini | Audi |
Model | Cooper | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |