2004 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2004 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 255 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 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 2004 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
