2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Samurai |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |