2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 774 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2003 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Silverado | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
