1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 2002 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 2002 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Telstar | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
