2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
