2003 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
