Suzuki Swift 2015 vs Mazda 2 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 75 HP | |
| Torque: | 160 NM | 135 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
| Suzuki Swift engine produces 61 HP more power than Mazda 2, whereas torque is 25 NM more than Mazda 2. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 2 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Swift consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Swift could require 270 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Swift consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 590 km with real consumption | 750 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 2 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Suzuki Swift 2015 1.6 engine: A simple and robust engine, not particularly demanding in terms of fuel quality.
High engine timing chain lifetime.
Tends to increase oil consumption, head gasket failures may occur. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.89 m | 4.06 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.50 m | |
| Suzuki Swift is 17 cm shorter than the Mazda 2, width is practically the same , while the height of Suzuki Swift is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 210 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
900 litres | 950 litres | |
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Mazda 2 has more luggage space. Suzuki Swift has 70 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 2. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 2 (by 50 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Swift is 1 metres more than that of the Mazda 2, which means Suzuki Swift can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`520 | 1`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | high | |
| Mazda 2 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Suzuki Swift has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mazda 2, so Mazda 2 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 10 200 | |
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