2003 Samsung SM3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 680 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2003 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Samsung SM3 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Samsung | SsangYong |
| Model | SM3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
