2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 521 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | Highlander | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
