2001 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
