2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
