2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | X-Trail | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |