2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Samsung |
| Model | STS | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
