2002 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2002 Subaru Legacy and 2002 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 345 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Subaru | Smart |
Model | Legacy | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |