2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
