2001 Nissan Altima vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2001 Nissan Altima 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 562 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.
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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Altima | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Altima | Swift |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |