2008 Daewoo Evanda vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 2008 Daewoo Evanda and 2004 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Evanda | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Evanda | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
