2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | Odyssey | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
