1997 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Suzuki | Kia |
Model | Swift | Sorento |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |