2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 293 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 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum, 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Opel | Samsung |
Model | Signum | SM5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |