Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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 | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 103.0 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 179.5 in | -36.4 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 70.1 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 65.9 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3440 lb. | -585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.6 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 56.1 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 55.6 in | -16.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 38.0 in | -10.5 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -12.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.2 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -64.1 ft3 |
2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
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 |