1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 990 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Toyota | Samsung |
Model | Land Cruiser | SM5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |