2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Coupe | Samurai |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |