2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
