2008 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2008 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 520 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 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saab 03-Sep 2008 Suzuki Swift
Make Saab Suzuki
Model 03-Sep Swift
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 69.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 40 L


 

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