1999 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Swift | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
