2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2003 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Renault | Samsung |
| Model | Kangoo | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
