2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Tahoe | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
