2000 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Samsung SM5

To start off, both 2000 Acura MDX and 2000 Samsung SM5 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5.

Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura MDX 2000 Samsung SM5
Make Acura Samsung
Model MDX SM5
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 162 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm


 

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