1999 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |