1999 Suzuki Swift vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Swift | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
