2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Samsung SM5 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Because 2002 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 2002 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 2002 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Mazda | Samsung |
Model | 6 | SM5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |