2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | S6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
