2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Strada | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
