2008 Peugeot 1007 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 1007 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
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 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 1007 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 1007 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
