2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 64 L |
