2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Durango 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1237 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 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Durango | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |