2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 725 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 64 L |