2000 Suzuki Swift vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Swift | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
