1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 12 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 256 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
