Suzuki Swift 2013 vs Mazda 2 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 160 NM | 133 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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Suzuki Swift is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Swift engine produces 34 HP more power than Mazda 2, whereas torque is 27 NM more than Mazda 2. Thanks to more power Suzuki Swift reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | 5.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 2 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Swift consumes 0.6 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 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Swift consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 800 km on highway | 890 km on highway | ||
| 570 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 2 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.89 m | 3.92 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Suzuki Swift is 3 cm shorter than the Mazda 2, width is practically the same , while the height of Suzuki Swift is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 211 litres | 250 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
512 litres | 787 litres | |
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Mazda 2 has more luggage space. Suzuki Swift has 39 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 2. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 2 (by 275 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 9.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Swift is 0.6 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`480 | 1`490 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 2 scores higher in safety tests. The Mazda 2 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | high | |
| Mazda 2 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Suzuki Swift has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Mazda 2, so Mazda 2 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 10 800 | 3600 | |
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