2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 164 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 2003 Ferrari 360. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 360 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
