2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Samsung |
| Model | QX56 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
