2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Compass | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |