1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | MK II | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
