2003 Samsung SM3 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Samsung SM3 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (138 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 170 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Samsung SM3 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Samsung | Toyota |
Model | SM3 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |