2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | Corolla | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
