2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2001 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 320 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.

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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2001 Samsung SM5
Make Holden Samsung
Model Berlina SM5
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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