2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | CX-7 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
