1998 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Samurai | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Samurai | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
