1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | Legacy | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2596 mm |
