2006 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | BMW | Samsung |
| Model | X3 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
