2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
