2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2003 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Smart | Samsung |
Model | ForTwo | SM3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2540 mm |