2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1730 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
