2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1473 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Smart |
| Model | Mark LT | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 2358 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
