2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1023 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 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Samsung |
| Model | Ram | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
