1996 Honda CRX vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1999 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 1999 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1999 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 1999 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | CRX | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
