2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Lanos | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
Model | Lanos | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |