1993 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Samurai | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
