2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Splash |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
