2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2004 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Suzuki |
| Model | D8 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
