2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XJR and 2001 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 914 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Jaguar XJR 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 2001 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Jaguar XJR 2001 Suzuki Swift
Make Jaguar Suzuki
Model XJR Swift
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 106 Nm
Top Speed 252 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2490 mm


 

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