2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 2 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Swift | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
