2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForTwo | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Smart | Suzuki |
Model | ForTwo | Ignis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 41 L |