2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
