2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Citroen | Samsung |
Model | C5 | SM3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |