Ok this is what I've found out about the Esteem
Engine Suzuki Esteem
Type 1.8-Liter DOHC, 4-Cyl., 16-Valve
Block Material Aluminum Alloy
Induction System Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
Displacement 112 cu. in.
Horsepower (SAE net) 122 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Torque (SAE net) 117 lbs.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm
Bore x Stroke 3.31 in. x 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio 9.8:1
Weights GL G LX
Curb Weight
Manual 2,271 lbs. 2,293 lbs.
Automatic 2,315 lbs. 2,337 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 3,219 lbs 3,219 lbs.
Gross Axle Weight Rating
Front 1,731 lbs. 1,687 lbs.
Rear 1,554 lbs. 1,698 lbs.
With only 122hp there is no way that car makes it from 0-100kph or 0-62.5mph in 5 seconds. It would without a doubt be closer to 7 seconds going down hill.
Someone is pulling your chain or not calculating it right.