2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | Element | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
