2002 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2002 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 350 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Verada | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Samsung |
Model | Verada | SM3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |