2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | Ridgeline | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
