2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 206 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 206 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
