2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 567 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
