2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Swift and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 275 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 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Swift | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |