2003 Suzuki Swift vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2003 Suzuki Swift and 2003 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 886 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 2003 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Swift | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Swift | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
