2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Impala | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |