2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
