Maruti Suzuki Swift
₹ 5.99 Lakh Onwards
Swift vs. Vista
If you want passenger comform for long drives forget swift and go for Vista as it's more spacious and comfortable. As per perception, maintenance cost of Swift is less than Vista. Regarding fuel efficiency, both of them are relatively same with + or - 1kmpl.
For the parameters mentioned by you, the car which is best is
1. PWR steering - Swift(Electronic PS while Vista has Hydraulic)
2. A/C - Both are equally good.
3. Good leg room - Vista (Miles ahead as swift has cramped rear leg space)
4. Decent boot - Both are nearly same
5. Performance wise good mileage - Swift(Vista has same engine through)
6. Powerful - Swift may be.
Don't go by herd mentality and buy swift. Test drive and decide for yourself.