2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 566 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForFour | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |