1996 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 894 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Swift | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2911 mm |
