2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 501 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Buick | Samsung |
Model | Rendezvous | SM5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |