2004 Suzuki Swift vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2004 Suzuki Swift and 2004 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 615 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 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki Swift | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Swift | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |