2007 Suzuki Swift vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 Suzuki Swift and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 442 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 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Suzuki Swift | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Swift | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |