2000 Suzuki Swift vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Swift | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Hilux |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |