2003 Suzuki Swift vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1080 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Swift | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Swift | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2918 mm |
