2001 Mini One vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | One | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
