1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 214 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
