2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 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.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
