2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 856 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Swift | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
