2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Samsung |
| Model | Sprinter | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2710 mm |
