1999 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Samurai | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
