2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 965 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Five Hundred | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2250 mm |
