2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 818 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
