2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 614 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
