1993 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 20 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1993 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Samurai | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2933 mm |
