2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. Both 2008 Mazda 5 and 2001 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
