2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Swift and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 604 kg more than 2006 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 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Suzuki | Saab |
| Model | Swift | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
