2004 Suzuki Ignis vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1910 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Ignis | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3400 mm |
