2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2374 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | Swift |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
