2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 396 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.
Because 2000 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Freestar | SM5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |