2001 Rover 25 vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,119 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 25 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 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 Rover 25 (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
