2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
