2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 1 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |