2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 169 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
