2012 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Samsung SM3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | BMW | Samsung |
| Model | X3 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
