2002 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Samurai | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Samurai | V90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
