2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Silverado | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2490 mm |
