2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Frontera | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Frontera | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
