2004 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 377 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
