2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 2001 Toyota Avensis and 2001 Samsung SM5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 140 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Toyota | Samsung |
Model | Avensis | SM5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |