2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Silverado | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2540 mm |
