2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | SX4 | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |