2004 Seat Altea vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 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 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |