2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elise | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
