2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 635 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 Ford Five Hundred. 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 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Five Hundred | Ignis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |