2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 32 L |
