2008 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |