| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 3dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.3 in | 103.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 155.0 in | 179.5 in | -24.5 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.1 in | -3.8 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 65.9 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2845 lb. | 3440 lb. | -595 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 41.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 56.1 in | -5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 40.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.9 in | 55.6 in | -9.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 38.0 in | -5.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -7.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -35.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mini Clubman.
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |