2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 939 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
