2006 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | BMW | Samsung |
Model | 118 | SM5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |