2002 Samsung SM5 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Samsung SM5 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Samsung | Cadillac |
| Model | SM5 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
