2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 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 2004 Audi A8. 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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
