2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Freelander | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
