2008 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Acura | Samsung |
| Model | MDX | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
