2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 626 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Buick | Samsung |
| Model | Enclave | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
