2005 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Swift | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Swift | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
