1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 339 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Calibra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
