2001 Samsung SM5 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Samsung SM5 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Samsung | Jeep |
| Model | SM5 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
