2000 Samsung SM5 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Samsung SM5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Samsung | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SM5 | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2874 mm |