1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | E | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
