2001 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Samurai | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Samurai | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
