2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
