1996 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Legend | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
