2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 135 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 2011 Kia Soul. 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Swift | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Swift | Soul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
