2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |