1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
