2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJ | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
