2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Vibe and 2001 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Pontiac Vibe (177 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Vibe | Ignis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |