2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Demio | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
