1996 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | CR-V | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
