2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3

To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 677 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 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3. 2002 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C8 2002 Samsung SM3
Make Citroen Samsung
Model C8 SM3
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2540 mm


 

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