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Originally Posted by HammerHead It's only Maruti who says its a premium hatch like Swift but for rest of the world its competing with cars a segment lower then Swift.
They call it a premium hatch cause they priced it like a premium hatch! |
It is unfortunate that a petrol head does not consider the common platform and other aspects that are on par in both cars. Quote:
Originally Posted by HammerHead Well Swift may not have class and luxury feel like other premium hatches like Fabia, Polo, Jazz as far as i20 goes, IMO it also does not have the so called luxury feel of the 3 cars I mentioned!!
What it has over Ritz is better looks, I know looks are highly subjective but still Swift looks much better then Ritz. Other than that Swift has following +ve's over Ritz.
1. Bigger engine
2. Longer wheelbase
3. Overall length and width
4. Highway manners
5. 2BHP more then Ritz
IMO Ritz is slightly overpriced!! Compare it with newly launched Chevrolet Beat and you will realize what I'm talking about. |
1. Bigger engine - Size doesn't matter when you compare K seriies with G series.
2. Longer wheelbase - 30 mm difference will make a difference? I am not technically adept in this but I would expect a longer wheelbase to provide a good ride. Contrarily I found the Ritz to ride well due to it's softer suspension. Am I missing something?
3. Overall length and width
Ritz length X Width - 3715 X 1680
Swift length X Width - 3760 X 1690
Sit in the Ritz and Swift back to back and then decide which offers more space. One thing Ritz lacks is the sporty front seating position but it feels spacious both in front and back. Packaging and of course height at play I guess.
4. Highway manners - Body roll is there agreed. But drive this thing at 3 digit speeds and check it. It is very stable for a tall boy.
5. 2BHP more then Ritz - Does it matter ? Can we not compromise on 2 bhp for a more refined motor? Any way you were joking weren't you?
Ritz overpriced than Beat? Definitely Yes. Going by that logic Swift is as well.
It was actually tough call between Swift and Ritz when I booked my car. I test drove both back to back and decided Ritz was my car. Bonus for me was the slightly lower price (I actually bought Vdi and got the discount for it) and faster delivery.
IMHO Ritz and Swift caters to different groups in the same segment (call it premium or not!). Ritz for those looking at practical aspects while Swift for those looking for a more sportier option.
Last edited by pacman2881 : 8th January 2010 at 20:45.
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