2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | DrifterX | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
