2006 Rover 75 vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 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 | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
