2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 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 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Samurai | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2775 mm |