2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 794 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
