2002 Samsung SM3 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 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM3 would be higher. Both 2002 Samsung SM3 and 2005 Samsung SM3 are equipped with a 1,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM3 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3.
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, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM3 | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model | SM3 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
