2003 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Samurai | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
