1999 Peugeot 306 vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 1999 Peugeot 306 and 1999 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 306 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
Model | 306 | Swift |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |