1998 Samsung SM5 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 462 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Samsung SM5 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Samsung | Ford |
| Model | SM5 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
