2007 Suzuki Swift vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Swift | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
