2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 4 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 826 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Lincoln | Smart |
Model | LS | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |