2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1832 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2572 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |