2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 257 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda Accord (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |