2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mini | Subaru |
Model | Cooper | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |