2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 39 L |
