2004 Honda Z vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
