1994 Suzuki Swift vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 960 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Swift | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Swift | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
