2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | CL | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
