2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Impreza (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 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 |
