2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2003 Samsung SM3

To start off, both 2003 Renault Laguna 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 125 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Renault Laguna 2003 Samsung SM3
Make Renault Samsung
Model Laguna SM3
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2540 mm


 

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