2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q7 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | Q7 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
