2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | TrailBlazer | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
