2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 557 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2004 Suzuki Swift
Make Porsche Suzuki
Model 911 Swift
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3588 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 415 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 133 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1537 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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