2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 798 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |