Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The MINI is quite a bit cheaper to get to the dealership than the Audi TT.
Producing a precise gas mileage evaluation is so difficult that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the MINI Cooper is the winner as far as fuel economy.
The MINI will save you money at the pump compared to the TT.
The MINI Cooper is tremendously less costly than the Audi TT as far as MSRP.
When it comes to final cost, the Audi costs tremendously more than the MINI Cooper.
The MINI Cooper will save you a bunch of money at the pump every year compared to the TT.
Utility
The MINI's larger trunk will accommodate more massive items than the Audi TT.
The MINI will most definitely prove more convenient than the Audi for those of you with frequent kid-cargo.
Convenience
You won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the MINI Cooper than with the Audi TT, as both offer comparable mileage ranges.
You'll most definitely take the Audi TT for a fill-up approximately as often as the MINI Cooper.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the Cooper offers a bit more head room than the Audi, there really isn't much of a difference.
Dimensions
The MINI Cooper is likely to feel slightly slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Audi.
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the TT than the MINI Cooper because of its larger tank.
The MINI Cooper and the Audi TT compete for the same parking spaces.
Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Audi TT packs quite a wallop and will knock the MINI Cooper down a few rungs. On the other hand, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
The Cooper is likely to feel somewhat slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Audi TT.
Handling
Really small tires, like the ones on the MINI Cooper, could improve gas mileage but can also be responsible for a somewhat unstable ride.
With their similar turning circles, the Audi TT and the Cooper doubtless handle about the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The MINI Cooper and the Audi have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Audi.
Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Audi TT is tremendously more powerful than the Cooper.
The MINI Cooper could learn a lesson or two from the Audi TT regarding pickup.
Overview
The TT and the MINI Cooper have the same basic after-sale protection.