2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2002 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 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Town & Country | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |