1999 Rover 400 vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Rover 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3. 2003 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 400 | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Rover | Samsung |
| Model | 400 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
