2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Matrix | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
