2003 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. 2001 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Suzuki Samurai | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |