2009 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |