2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 193 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.
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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Jazz | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |