1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5

To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5.

Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 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, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A8 1998 Samsung SM5
Make Audi Samsung
Model A8 SM5
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 133 HP
Torque 400 Nm 184 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm


 

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