2002 Samsung SM3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 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. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 293 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM3 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM3 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
