2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Swift | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
