2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | 156 | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |