2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Samsung |
| Model | S80 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
