2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (164 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 190 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (210 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
