2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Expedition | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |