2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 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 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 915 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Samsung |
Model | XJ220 | SM5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 1077 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |