1994 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 548 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Samurai | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Samurai | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
