2005 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 293 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 2013 Mazda 3. 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Samurai | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Samurai | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
