2005 MG TF vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | MG | Samsung |
| Model | TF | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
