Renault Samsung SM5 II 2.0 i 16V (136 Hp)
Renault Samsung SM5:
The Renault Samsung SM5 is a mid-size car or large family car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Renault Samsung Motors, with technical assistance from Japanese automaker Nissan. Between 1998 and 2012, Renault Samsung Motors had produced 680,000 SM5 models. In 2019, 10,002 models were made at the Busan plant.
The first generation was launched in 1998, with the second generation introduced in 2005 and the current third generation SM5 launched in 2009. In some markets, the SM5 is sold as the Renault Latitude or Renault Safrane....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Renault Samsung SM5 (II). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (136 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1998 - 2005).
| General: |
| Brand: | Renault Samsung |
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| Model: | SM5 |
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| Generation: | II |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (136 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2005 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [75mm less] |
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| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | M4R More details about the engine M4R |
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| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.1 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.9 kg/Hp, 91.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [75mm less] |
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| Width: | 1765 mm mm [20mm less] |
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| Height: | 1475 mm mm [50mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2775 mm mm [75mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1540 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 205/65 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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Behind the wheel of the Renault Samsung SM5. How does it handle on the road?