2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 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 210 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 891 kg more than 2010 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lincoln LS 2010 Smart ForTwo
Make Lincoln Smart
Model LS ForTwo
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3931 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 70 HP
Torque 388 Nm 92 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1711 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 33 L


 

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