2002 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Samurai | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
