2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Smart ForTwo | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2530 mm |