2000 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
