2003 Hummer H2 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5

To start off, both 2003 Hummer H2 and 2003 Samsung SM5 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2003 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2003 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hummer H2 2003 Samsung SM5
Make Hummer Samsung
Model H2 SM5
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2910 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2710 mm


 

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