2011 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Regal | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Buick | Samsung |
| Model | Regal | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2710 mm |
