2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Voyager and 2003 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chrysler Voyager 2003 Suzuki Ignis
Make Chrysler Suzuki
Model Voyager Ignis
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 78.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 69.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2370 mm


 

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