1996 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1235 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Swift | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2842 mm |
