2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 283 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Lumina | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
