1996 Suzuki Swift vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1645 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 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Swift | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Swift | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3350 mm |
