2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1391 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 41 L |
