2000 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 424 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Almera | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
