Hyundai i10 2013 vs Suzuki Swift 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 87 HP | 94 HP | |
| Torque: | 120 NM | 118 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
| Hyundai i10 engine produces 7 HP less power than Suzuki Swift, but torque is 2 NM more than Suzuki Swift. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.1 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km | |
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By specification Hyundai i10 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Swift, which means that by driving the Hyundai i10 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Hyundai i10 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Swift. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres | 42 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 810 km in combined cycle | 840 km in combined cycle | |
| 970 km on highway | 950 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai i10 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Hyundai i10 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Hyundai i10 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai i20, Kia RIO, Kia Picanto | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Baleno, Suzuki Ignis | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai i10 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Hyundai i10 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Hyundai i10 2013 1.2 engine: Most owners speak positively about this engine. It has a simple and reliable design with no major engineering flaws. The main downsides are noticeable noise, vibrations, and modest power output. With proper ... More about Hyundai i10 2013 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.67 m | 3.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.66 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.51 m | |
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Hyundai i10 is smaller. Hyundai i10 is 19 cm shorter than the Suzuki Swift, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Hyundai i10 is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 252 litres | 211 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1046 litres | 528 litres | |
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Hyundai i10 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Hyundai i10 has 41 litres more trunk space than the Suzuki Swift. The Suzuki Swift may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai i10 (by 518 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.6 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Hyundai i10 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Suzuki Swift, which means Hyundai i10 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`450 | 1`480 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Suzuki Swift has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Hyundai i10 has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Suzuki Swift, so Suzuki Swift quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 7400 | 5200 | |
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