2010 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A4 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | A4 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |