2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Trans Sport | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
