2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S-MX | Ignis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |