2004 Samsung SM5 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 85 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2011 Mazda RX-8 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. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Samsung SM5 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Samsung | Mazda |
| Model | SM5 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2703 mm |
