2002 Lexus LX vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | LX | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 33 L |
