2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2003 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 995 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 865 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
Model | CL | SM3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 603 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |