2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Zafira | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
