1994 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
