2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Tahoe | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
