1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2001 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2001 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Falcon | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
