2006 BMW 120 vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 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 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5. 2000 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | BMW | Samsung |
Model | 120 | SM5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
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 | 154 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1320 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 |