2002 Audi S3 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S3 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
