2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1020 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Swift | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Swift | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |