2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 444 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Carrera GT | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
