2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
