2010 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Samsung |
| Model | Mariner | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |
