2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2004 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
Model | Avalanche | SM5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |