2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 719 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | S-MX | Town Car |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3142 mm |