1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1085 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 |
