2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Suzuki Swift 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Suzuki Suzuki
Model Swift Grand Vitara
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1328 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 91 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 66 L


 

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