2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5. 1999 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Blazer | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
