2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Samurai | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samurai | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
