2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForFour | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 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 | 975 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
