2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1997 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 630 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 1997 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | Swift |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
