2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Samsung |
| Model | 6 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2540 mm |
