2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 45 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 Mazda Familia. 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 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Familia | Samurai |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |