2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2004 Holden Statesman and 2004 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Statesman | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Statesman | Samurai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |