2007 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 340 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Swift | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1326 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
