2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
