1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 39 L |
