2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 896 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Smart |
| Model | LS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
