2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Ignis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |