2004 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 370 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 2003 Volvo V70. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
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2004 Suzuki Samurai | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Samurai | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |