1996 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CRX | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
