2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 574 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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 Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lincoln | Smart |
| Model | Navigator | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 47 L |
