2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 498 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | Legacy | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
