2004 Mini One vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2004 Mini One 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini One weights approximately 300 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.

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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mini One 2004 Suzuki Swift
Make Mini Suzuki
Model One Swift
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2270 mm


 

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