2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 790 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
