2011 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | A | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
