2005 Samsung SM3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Samsung SM3 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Samsung | Volkswagen |
| Model | SM3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
