2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 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. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
