1999 Samsung SM5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 987 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.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Samsung SM5 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM5 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
