2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
