2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM3. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 662 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Samsung |
| Model | S80 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1822 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2540 mm |
