1998 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 502 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Contour | Swift |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
