2001 MCC Smart vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
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 | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |