2000 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | Civic | SM5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |