1999 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 2003 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | Yaris | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
