2005 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Samurai | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
