2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Mini | Suzuki |
Model | Cooper | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |