2003 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
