2001 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Honda | Samsung |
Model | Civic | SM3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |