2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Smart ForTwo and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 743 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (310 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 64 L |