2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 975 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (441 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Samsung |
| Model | Sequoia | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
