2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | E | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1320 kg |
