2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |