2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2004 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Samsung |
| Model | Grand Prix | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
