2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | FR-V | Ignis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |