2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
