2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 535 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 05-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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 05-Sep | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
