2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | S-Type | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
