2011 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3

To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 836 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.

Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi A8 2005 Samsung SM3
Make Audi Samsung
Model A8 SM3
Year Released 2011 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 372 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 444 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 5136 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1948 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1461 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2992 mm 2540 mm


 

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