2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | XL7 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
