2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Extreme EX weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Extreme EX | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Extreme EX | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
