2005 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1439 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Samurai | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Samurai | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |