2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 702 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Suzuki | GMC |
| Model | Swift | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
