2004 Samsung SM5 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 744 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2004 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2004 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Samsung SM5 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Samsung | Nissan |
| Model | SM5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
