2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mini | Subaru |
Model | Cooper | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 231 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |