2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1680 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Silverado | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |