1998 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 1998 Audi A3 and 1998 Samsung SM5 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3, 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Audi | Samsung |
| Model | A3 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
