1996 Suzuki Esteem vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (128 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Esteem | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Esteem | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
