2005 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
