2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Zafira. 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Swift | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
