2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 667 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForFour | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
