2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 569 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |