2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
