2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (226 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2457 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 |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
