2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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. Both 2008 Fiat Sedici and 2007 Suzuki Swift are equipped with a 1,586 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedici | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
