2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mini | Subaru |
Model | Cooper | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
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 | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |