2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2000 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Swift | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
