2000 Samsung SM5 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Samsung SM5 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Samsung | Toyota |
| Model | SM5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
