2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2001 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
