2008 Smart Roadster vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart Roadster. 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 (187 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Roadster | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| 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 | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
