2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
