2000 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Ignis | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Ignis | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
