2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Piranha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Piranha | Swift |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
