2004 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 500 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Swift | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
