2001 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Ignis | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
