2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 758 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
