2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Samurai | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Samurai | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
