2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2005 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Arosa | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Arosa | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |