2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
