2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Brilliance | Suzuki |
| Model | BS4 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
