2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Cooper | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
