2005 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |