2008 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 507 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Fit | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |