2002 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 693 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Swift |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |