2003 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 405 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 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Samurai | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Xedos |
| Model | Samurai | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
