2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1998 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 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | R | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2710 mm |
