2000 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Ignis | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Ignis | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
