2004 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Maverick | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Maverick | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |