2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
