2003 Seat Altea vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 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 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Altea | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
