2000 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Swift |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |