2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 549 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.
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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Samurai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |