2001 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
