2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForFour | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |