2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
