1999 Samsung SM5 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 kg more than 1999 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Samsung SM5 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Samsung | Toyota |
Model | SM5 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |