2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie

To start off, both 2001 Donkervoort D8 and 2001 Suzuki Covie were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Covie weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.

Because 2001 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.

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