1995 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.

Because 2000 Samsung SM5 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 2000 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Integra 2000 Samsung SM5
Make Acura Samsung
Model Integra SM5
Year Released 1995 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm


 

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