1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 1998 Mazda Levante 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1998 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 1998 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | Levante | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
