2006 Seat Altea vs. 1997 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 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 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Altea | 1997 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |