2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 2002 Subaru Legacy
Make Smart Subaru
Model Cabrio Passion Legacy
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Size 697 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 60 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1315 kg
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2640 mm