2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (162 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 600 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Subaru | Smart |
| Model | Forester | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
