2005 Honda Stream vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 268 kg more than 2003 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | Stream | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
